Deep ruby red, with violet reflections. Enticing floral notes, followed by black fruit and spice. Well-structured, with black cherry, cassis, and vanilla notes.
Vineyards:
Castello Banfi’s estate located in the southern part of Montalcino. The soil is stony, calcareous, well-structured and drained.
The 3 varieties are vinified separately. After alcoholic fermentation, the individual wines are transferred to French oak barriques and aged separately for 12-14 months. They are then blended and aged in wood for 10-12 months. Bottle aging follows for 6 months.
Tasting Notes
Bouquet: Conveys sweet and fruity aromas of cherries and plums, well-integrated with notes of vanilla and licorice.
Taste: Very elegant and balanced with a beautiful structure, supported by muscular and persuasive tannins. Lingering flavors fill the palate. Perfect for long aging.
Ratings & Reviews
92 Points – James Suckling:
“A ripe wine with velvety tannins and juicy fruit. Medium to full body, lots of dried berry and chocolate character. Fresh finish. Slightly one-dimensional now but satisfying. Drinkable but will deliver more pleasure in 2018.” – (Tuesday, July 19, 2016)
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